Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93
93 Imaging
37 Features
26 Overall
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97 Imaging
39 Features
20 Overall
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced April 2011
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S1200pj was launched 5 months after the ST93 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the S1200pj scores versus the ST93 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Samsung ST93
S1200pj | ST93 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Nikon S1200pj
ST93 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST93
S1200pj | ST93 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | April 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj has got exterior measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Check the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST93 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S1200pj against the ST93.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and ST93 is 93 and 97 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The image below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1200pj and ST93.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST93 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung ST93 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2011-04-20 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 186 gr (0.41 pounds) | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $499 | - |